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Preacher Boys Podcast

Eric Skwarczynski

An ex-fundamentalist sheds light on the dark side of the church… from the pulpit to the pews.

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58:25

When You Know an Abuser: A Different Kind of Grief...

Preacher Boys Podcast ·

2025/07/28

Go subscribe to my friends over at the Leaving Eden Podcast!https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@leaving_eden⁩ ✖️✖️✖️Support the mission of the Preacher Boys Podcast and get early access to episodes plus exclusive behind-the-scenes content: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys✖️✖️✖️If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help✖️✖️✖️CONNECT WITH THE

91:29

Her Mother Faces 13 Felonies for Abuse of Children |...

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2025/07/27

Support the mission of the Preacher Boys Podcast and get early access to episodes plus exclusive behind-the-scenes content: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys✖️✖️✖️If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help✖️✖️✖️CONNECT WITH THE SHOW:preacherboyspodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoyshttps://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/https://twitter.com/preacherboysdochttps://www.instagram.com/preacherboyspodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@preacherboyspodTo connect with a

11:16

Youth Pastor and Wife Abused Six Child Victims (Plus,...

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2025/07/16

Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys✖️✖️✖️Full article with links to sources: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/youth-pastor-and-wife-abused-sixIn this video, I break down four major Baptist church scandals from July 8–15, 2025: a Harris Creek Baptist Church pastoral resident arrested for distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM); LGBTQ+ protesters rallying outside Sure Foundation Baptist Church in Indianapolis after sermons calling for violence against LGBTQ+ people; the indictment of

31:10

Exposing Toxic Lies About Masculinity Taught in Church

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2025/07/13

Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys✖️✖️✖️The rise of toxic conservative “alpha male” content I have seen online doesn’t surprise me.And it’s also no surprise that many Gen Z men who consume this type of content are currently finding themselves being drawn to religious communities at a higher rate than women.Many fundamentalist Christian churches treat rigid patriarchal beliefs as inseparable from their faith.Unfortunately "boys rule, girls drool" makes up a big chunk of their

40:48

Q&A | Reacting to Satanic Panic Clip, Upcoming Steven...

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2025/07/11

Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys✖️✖️✖️In this special Q&A episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, host Eric Skwarczynski addresses listener questions on a range of topics related to abuse, accountability, and recovery within fundamentalist Christian communities. The episode covers updates on the Steven Anderson case, including ongoing CPS investigations and a forthcoming documentary, as well as practical resources for recognizing and preventing abuse in church settings. Eric shares

22:31

Indianapolis Teacher Charged for Sex with Minor; NC...

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2025/07/09

In this episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, Eric Skwarczynski highlights three recent stories within Baptist churches: the violent anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric if Sure Foundation Baptist Church, the arrest warrant for teacher Torrie Lemon at Colonial Christian School, and the sexual assault charges against 22-year-old pastor Devin Carroll in North Carolina.✖️✖️✖️Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys✖️✖️✖️If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help✖️✖️✖️CONNECT

57:57

Are Church Camps Harmful? | The Hidden Cost of "Cry...

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2025/07/06

In this episode of the Preacher Boys Podcast, host Eric Schwisinski sits down with Cara Meredith, author of Church Camp: Bad Skits, Cry Night, and How White Evangelicalism Betrayed a Generation. Together, they unpack the formative – and often fraught – world of evangelical church camps. Cara shares insights from her 30 years in camp ministry and her research, including interviews with dozens of former campers and staff across the U.S.The conversation explores the nostalgia and positive aspects of

18:41

Extremist Indiana Church Calls for LGBTQ+ People to...

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2025/07/03

Watch the full segment from WISH-TV: https://youtu.be/8JwTd7Qw6GA✖️✖️✖️Read my Substack coverage:Article 1 – https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/extremist-church-calls-for-lgbtqArticle 2 – https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/preacher-calls-for-protestors-to✖️✖️✖️During a recent "Men’s Preaching Night" at Sure Foundation Baptist Church in Indianapolis, a sermon titled “Pray the Gay Away” featured violent, anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric – and it was livestreamed. In this episode, Eric Skwarczynski

67:29

Elite School or Secret Cult? | Beth Granger Exposes...

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2025/04/23

In this gripping episode, Eric sits down with Beth Granger, the first staff child born at Grenville Christian College—once considered one of Canada’s most prestigious private religious schools. Beneath its polished surface, however, Grenville hid decades of coercion, public shaming, weaponized religion, and psychological abuse. Beth courageously shares her experience of being separated from her parents, subjected to strict diets and public humiliation from the age of five, and living under the rule

51:23

All Trauma is Spiritual Trauma | Dr. Hillary L. McBride

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2025/03/23

Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Hilary McBride, psychologist and author of "Holy Hurt," as we explore spiritual trauma, healing, and parenting. Dr. McBride shares her expertise on embodiment, the cyclical nature of healing, and the importance of repair in relationships.Pre-order "Holy Hurt" before April 16th, 2025, to receive exclusive bonuses: https://hilarylmcbride.comContent warning: This episode contains discussion of child loss.✖️✖️✖️Support the Show:

24:04

Bestiality, Child Abuse, and a Predatory Music Leader...

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2025/03/21

Click here for more context and relevant links: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/bestiality-child-abuse-and-a-predatory✖️✖️✖️Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys✖️✖️✖️If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help✖️✖️✖️CONNECT WITH THE SHOW:preacherboyspodcast.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@PreacherBoyshttps://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/https://twitter.com/preacherboysdochttps://www.instagram.com/preacherboyspodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@preacherboyspodTo

70:03

"Patriarchy Boys" | A Crossover Episode with Peter...

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2025/03/16

In this special crossover episode, Eric Skwarczynski, host of the Preacher Boys Podcast, and Peter Bell, host of the Sons of Patriarchy Podcast, come together for an in-depth conversation about exposing abuse within religious institutions. From the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) movement to the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches (CREC) to the bizarre teachings of Doug Wilson, this discussion dives into the challenges of addressing spiritual abuse, the personal toll of advocacy work,

42:49

Pastor Caught on Camera Breaking Into Victim’s Home

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2025/03/15

This week, former Thomas Road Baptist Church (TRBC) pastor Sergio Guardia was found guilty on all three counts, including Stalking and Breaking and Entering, according to court documents. The case, which has garnered significant local attention, reveals disturbing patterns—not only in Guardia’s actions but also in TRBC’s failure to protect the victim and its continued support of the convicted abuser.Marie Columna, the victim, courageously testified in court this week, delivering her witness

10:09

This Bill Would Make Clergy in Washington Mandatory...

Preacher Boys Podcast ·

2025/03/12

Right now, Washington is one of just five states that does not require clergy to report child abuse.Senator Noel Frame wants to change that.She has introduced Senate Bill 5375, a bill that would make clergy mandatory reporters, with no exceptions for what is said during a religious confession. This is a controversial stance for faith groups like the Washington State Catholic Conference, which strongly oppose it.I spoke with Sen. Frame today to learn why bills like this have historically stalled, her

67:27

This Alaska Church is Packed with Predators | Hannah...

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2025/02/27

Eric Skwarczynski continues his conversation with Hannah St. George, a survivor of religious fundamentalism. Hannah shares more harrowing details of her experiences within Bible Baptist Church in Fairbanks, Alaska, focusing on the period leading up to her marriage and the disturbing secrets she began to uncover. Hannah discusses the controlling dynamics within her family, the rigidity of the church, and its shocking mishandling of sexual abuse cases.Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys✖️✖️✖️If

113:38

Her Mom Groomed Her for Abuse—Her Church Kept it...

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2025/02/16

In this episode of The Preacher Boys Podcast, Eric Skwarczynski interviews Hannah St. George about her experiences growing up in the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) movement and the Bible Baptist Church of Fairbanks, Alaska. Hannah shares her story of resilience in the face of religious, familial and social pressures. She discusses the financial struggles of her family, the strict expectations of the church, and the inconsistencies in her home life, including her mother's mental health

36:44

SC Church Hit with FIVE Lawsuits for Sexual Abuse and...

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2025/02/12

MorningStar Fellowship Church is facing multiple lawsuits regarding the alleged mishandling of sexual abuse allegations.These lawsuits claim that leaders at MorningStar failed to report allegations of sexual abuse to law enforcement and did not take appropriate precautions to protect children.Today I'm interviewing attorney Randy Hood, whose firm is working with the victims in this case.✖️✖️✖️Episode with Scott McKnight referenced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOiSxfMXFrU✖️✖️✖️Support the

57:31

Dr. Beth Allison Barr | How a Medieval Historian...

Preacher Boys Podcast ·

2025/02/09

Pre-order a copy of Beth Allison Barr's book, Becoming the Pastor's Wife: https://amzn.to/3WSOM3vBeth Allison Barr is the U.S.A. Today’s bestselling author of The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth. An academic by training and a pastor’s wife by calling, Beth uses her unique voice to speak out on the relevance of medieval history to our modern world—especially concerning women in both medieval and modern Christianity. Her work is described as

23:27

68 Page Report on Mike Bickle And IHOPKC Reveals...

Preacher Boys Podcast ·

2025/02/05

In this episode, we discuss the investigative report released relating to Mike Bickle and the International House of Prayer in Kansas City.Read the full report here: https://www.tikkunglobal.org/_files/ugd/c39fc4_0c894435ff7b456c83bd967bdf2f40fc.pdf✖️✖️✖️Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys✖️✖️✖️If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help✖️✖️✖️CONNECT WITH THE

7:34

Bible Teacher Allegedly Molested a Student in Class,...

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2025/01/31

A Florida Bible teacher, known for preaching "Christian morality" online and accusing LGBTQ+ people of being "groomers," has been arrested for allegedly molesting a middle schooler in his classroom.Read my original article here: https://preacherboys.substack.com/p/before-he-allegedly-molested-a-student✖️✖️✖️Support the Show: Patreon.com/PreacherBoys✖️✖️✖️If you or someone you know has experienced abuse, visit courage365.org/need-help✖️✖️✖️CONNECT WITH THE

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